Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn: Egg Incident Sparks Tension Ahead of April Fight

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The highly anticipated fight between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn has been marred by a volatile incident at their press conference, where Eubank smashed an egg on Benn's face, sparking a melee and raising concerns about their upcoming fight on April 26. The incident has led to a hearing being called by the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) to investigate the events that transpired. Eubank's actions have been deemed "irresponsible" by the General Secretary of the Board, Robert Smith, who stated that the fact that an egg was used is irrelevant, and it's the striking that's the issue.

The boxers have a long history of rivalry, with their fathers, Chris Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn, having fought each other twice in the 1990s. The upcoming fight between Eubank Jr and Benn is set to take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with Eubank Jr being the favorite due to his experience in the middleweight division. Benn, on the other hand, will be moving up two weight classes from welterweight to face Eubank Jr. The fight has been rescheduled from October 2022, after Benn failed a voluntary drugs test, which was later attributed to excessive egg consumption.

The incident at the press conference has raised concerns about the safety and security of the fighters, with promoter Eddie Hearn stating that the sport "changed tonight" and that he wasn't happy with Eubank's actions. Hearn has warned that the fighters will be kept apart at the next press conference, and that security will be increased to prevent any further incidents. The BBBofC has the power to take away licenses for violent actions, although it's more likely that Eubank will receive a fine. The hearing will decide the punishment for Eubank's actions, and it's expected that the fight will go ahead as scheduled.

The fight between Eubank Jr and Benn is expected to be a highly intense and personal one, with both fighters having a lot to prove. Benn has promised to force Eubank into retirement, while Eubank has stated that he's the "bad guy" and that he's ready for the fight. The incident at the press conference has only added to the tension and anticipation surrounding the fight, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how it will all play out. Here are the match details:

• Fighters: Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn
• Date: April 26
• Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
• Weight class: Middleweight (160lbs)

The boxing world is eagerly waiting for the fight, and the incident at the press conference has only added to the hype. With the hearing scheduled to take place, it's expected that the punishment for Eubank's actions will be decided soon. The fight between Eubank Jr and Benn is set to be one of the most intense and personal fights in recent history, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how it will all play out. The BBBofC has stated that they will do everything in their power to ensure that the fight goes ahead safely and securely, and that the fighters will be held to the highest standards of conduct.